Mississippi Sportsman

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Kristen says bluegill make excellent jug bait

July 22, 2026

Mississippi’s 2026-2027 deer seasons

July 27, 2026

It should be another banner season for deer hunting in the Magnolia State. Here are the Mississippi deer season dates for 2026-27. […]

MDMR certifies youth state saltwater finfish record for August 2026

August 20, 2026

Ben Cain of Lexington, Miss., set the record for Bonnethead Shark (Sphyrna tiburo) with a fish weighing 10 pounds, 13.44 ounces. […]

Kayaking for catfish

August 16, 2026

Whether you choose to directly target catfish or not, do not overlook the fun and food they provide kayak anglers throughout the state. […]

John W. Kyle State Park

July 12, 2026

Whether visitors stay for a night or a week, John William Kyle State Park offers visitors the perfect balance of recreation and relaxation. […]

This organization strives to create lasting outdoor memories for kids with disabilities This is a fictitious story of two young boys. We’ll call one Billy; the other Tommy. First, here’s Billy’s story. He grew up [...]

News

MDMR hosting photo contest for 2027 calendar

August 23, 2026

The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources is hosting a photo contest, and selected photos will be used in the agency’s 2027 calendar. […]

New Products

Excalibur Crossbow Suppressor CRT

August 17, 2026

A hunt-ready recurve crossbow, the Excalibur Crossbow Suppressor CRT was designed for tight hunting setups. […]

Bass Fishing

Beating summer heat for bigger bass

August 18, 2026

Many bass drop deeper to find more comfortable temperatures, but some bass stay shallow all year long, like at Ross Barnett Reservoir. […]

Recipes

Pan-seared speckled trout with cherry tomatoes

July 7, 2026

This pan-seared speckled trout dish combines fresh fish and ripe produce and gives you an option that is not deep frying. […]

Offshore Fishing

Recreational seasons opening for Gag and Greater Amberjack

August 27, 2026

The recreational fishing seasons for Gag and Greater Amberjack will open in Mississippi territorial waters on Sept. 1, 2026. […]

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